General Motors is recalling 2023-2024 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUVs over potential unexpected activation of anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
The recall encompasses 21,469 vehicles in the U.S., all with the dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain. Single-motor rear-wheel-drive models are not affected. The recalled vehicles may have overly sensitive ABS, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
In rare circumstances, this condition could cause the ABS to activate unnecessarily, which could lead to the sustained release of brake pressure. That in turn could result in reduced stopping power or inoperative brakes. This can happen during braking on dry surfaces at speeds below 25 mph, according to the NHTSA.
2023 Cadillac Lyriq
GM opened an investigation into the issue in May following two reports of "minor accidents" alleged to be the result of brake failure. The automaker is not aware of any injuries or fatalities related to this issue.
The remedy is a software update for the affected vehicles' electronic brake control modules, which does not require a dealer visit. Owners can have the software installed as an over-the-air update, or take their vehicles to dealerships to have the update installed if they wish.
2023 Cadillac Lyriq
GM plans to mail owner notification letters Sept. 23, 2024. In the meantime, owners can contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Cadillac's EV Concierge service at 1-844-382-2345. GM's reference number for this recall is N242453471.
This is the fifth recall for the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq, which arrived on the market earlier than expected in the 2022 calendar year as the first Cadillac model to use GM's Ultium EV component set, and was a Green Car Reports Best Car to Buy 2023 finalist.
